Journeyman Lineman - Midland/Odessa/Austin TX

SupportFinity™; Pleasanton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

kVP Energy Services, LLC is seeking a Journeyman Lineman for work across Midland/Odessa/Austin TX. The role involves construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines, with after-hours emergency call-backs as needed.

The candidate should have 5+ years in Energy, Oil & Gas, a valid Journeyman license, and the ability to travel ~25% within the state. Knowledge of 15-kV, 34-kV and 115-kV systems is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current first aid/CPR certified.
• Licensed Journeyman Lineman.
• 5+ years direct experience in Energy, Oil & Gas.
• Valid Class A CDL or driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with customers and allocate tools/resources.
• Promote safety practices and maintain site cleanliness.
• Ensure safety and company policies are followed.
• Climb poles and work from aerial buckets near energized lines.
• Work with energized underground 15-kV materials and hot line tools.
• Work with hot line tools on 15-kV, 34-kV and 115-kV systems.
• Meet the public and establish cooperative relationships.
• Read plans and work at heights >10 feet to install equipment.
• Keep company vehicles and equipment clean and maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tool operation

Electrical safety

Electrical systems knowledge

Lifting capability

Outdoor work

Pole climbing

Driving equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First aid/CPR certified

Journeyman Lineman license

5+ years energy/oil & gas exp

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

Journeyman Lineman - Midland/Odessa/Austin TX

kVP Energy Services, LLC | Posted Sep 16

Full-time

Pleasanton

Negotiable

Unknown

The Journeyman Lineman is expected to possess thorough technical and working knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures utilized on electric distribution and transmission systems, including components, devices, and functions, as well as rules, regulations, and safety practices. This position is subject to emergency call-back for after-hours work. Performs skilled work assigned by the Line Foreman in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines and does related work as required.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with each customer and ensure tools and resources are allocated appropriately.
• Promotes safety practices and maintains good housekeeping, e.g. general cleanliness of worksites, vehicles and equipment and assures that proper tools are available and in working order.
• Assures that safety and company policies are implemented.
• Climbs poles and uses aerial buckets in confined areas among energized overhead lines and equipment at a considerable distance above ground.
• Works with energized underground 15-kv materials and methods. 5. Works proficiently with hot line tools, (i.e. sticks) under energized conditions on both 15-kv overhead and underground systems.
• Works proficiently with hot line tools, (i.e. sticks) under energized conditions on both 15-kv overhead and 34-kv overhead systems, and 115-kv systems.
• Meets the public and establishes cooperative working relationships.
• Reads and interprets plans and written instructions. Works at heights greater than ten feet (example: in bucket or platform truck) to install equipment or connectors.
• Must keep company vehicles, equipment, and trailers maintained and clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Detailed oriented and analytical.
• Ability to operate all tools and equipment of the trade.
• Practical and educational knowledge of electrical workers’ safety rules.
• Working knowledge of electrical, maintenance, and systems experience.
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, in industrial buildings, and in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to climb poles; works at heights.
• Ability to drive and operate heavy and light trucks and equipment.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current first aid/CPR certified
• Licensed Journeyman Lineman
• 5+years of direct experience in the Energy, Oil & Gas industry.
• Requires valid driver’s license and or commercial driver’s license Class A, with an acceptable driving record.

Special Requirements

• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time required.
• Work variable hours based on customer and company needs.
• We are accepting applications from across the state.

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